AB (Adaptive Behavior) Teacher, HS (2026-2027 School Year)

WESTFIELD HS 9TH GRD CTR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Independent School District in Houston, TX announces an opening for an Adaptive Behavior (AB) Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year at WESTFIELD HS 9TH GRD CTR. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and Texas teaching certificate with CPI certification.

The position is full-time, nonexempt, and reports to the Principal. Starting date is immediate; the district seeks candidates with experience in behavioral programs and a strong ability to design individualized plans, run classrooms, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate.
• Acquire and maintain Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification.

Responsibilities

• Implements instructional and behavioral program.
• Utilizes knowledge of Adaptive Behavior management system in designing individual and classroom programs.
• Ensures that accommodations, modifications and behavior intervention plans are implemented.
• Designs lesson plans appropriate to each student.
• Requisitions materials, equipment and supplies needed for implementation.
• Utilizes campus and district positive behavior supports.
• Serves as a member of the Admission, Review and Dismissal/IEP Committee.
• Evaluates individual student progress based on academic and behavioral data collection.
• Participates in placement decisions based on educational, social and behavioral data presented to the committee.
• Serves as a member of the campus Behavior Team.
• Establishes frequent communication and cooperation with the student’s family.
• Maintains confidential records and completes end-of-year reports.
• Attends scheduled Behavior Team meetings.
• Collaborate with campus administrative and district staff regarding student progress and discipline.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the principal.

Skills

Behavior management

Communication skills

Student instruction

Discipline handling

Collaborative

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Texas teaching certificate

CPI certification

Job description

AB (Adaptive Behavior) Teacher, HS (2026-2027 School Year)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5924190

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 11, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Days per Year: 187

Min: $62,750

JOB TITLE: Adaptive Behavior (AB) Teacher

REPORTS TO: Principal

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Nonexempt

PRIMARY PURPOSE: The Adaptive Behavior (AB) Teacher is responsible for the behavior and academic instruction of eligible students with disabilities as assigned by the Admission, Review and Dismissal Committee.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university


• Valid Texas teaching certificate


• Acquire and maintain Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of special needs of students specific to behavior


• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction


• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior within a self-contained environment


• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills


• Ability to communicate effectively


• Ability to work with children with disabilities

Experience:

• Two years experience working with children in a behavioral program preferred.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Reporting directly to the campus principal, the Adaptive Behavior Teacher performs the following duties:

Implements instructional and behavioral program.

• Utilizes knowledge of Adaptive Behavior management system in designing individual and classroom programs.


• Ensures that accommodations, modifications and behavior intervention plans are implemented.


• Designs lesson plans appropriate to each student.


• Requisitions materials, equipment and supplies needed for implementation.


• Utilizes campus and district positive behavior supports.

Serves as a member of the Admission, Review and Dismissal/Individual Educational Plan Committee.

• Evaluates individual student progress based on academic and behavioral data collection.


• Participates in placement decisions based on educational, social and behavioral data presented to the committee.

Serves as a member of the campus Behavior Team.

• Establishes frequent communication and cooperation with the student’s family.


• Maintains confidential records of assigned students and completes end-of-year reports and other evaluations.


• Attends scheduled Behavior Team meetings.


• Collaborate with campus administrative and district staff regarding student progress and discipline.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the principal.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• - Spring ISD Careers


• 16717 Ella Blvd


• Houston, Texas 77090-4213


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]